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FX12 NZV

2012 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,989 mi
Last recorded109,989 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 NZV
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 109,989 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 102,460 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 90,731 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 81,120 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 81,120 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 72,397 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 68,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2019 65,200 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 61,976 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 49,239 miles

all tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 4 Mar 2016 38,421 miles

Both rear tyres slightly worn on inside edge

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2015 33,681 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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FX12 NZV is a 2012 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 68,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX12 NZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX12 NZV?

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What year was FX12 NZV registered?

FX12 NZV is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 12 May 2012.

Is FX12 NZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX12 NZV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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